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Real Ag is an exciting series from Smoky Hills Public Television. Real Ag is a program for everyone -- both consumers and those in agri-business -- with pertinent information about food and the agriculture industry.

Episode 7 - Pet Food (October 4, 2018)Ever wonder about the standards and regulations for pet food? We speak with pet food equipment manufacturers and an Agribusiness
development director as we get more in depth into pet food on this episode.

Episode 9 - Animal Pests (November 1, 2018)Ever had an animal on your property that just would not leave? We speak with someone from the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, as well as, a Kansas State Wildlife control specialist.

There are several different types of weeds in Kansas, but what makes a plant a weed and should you do when you have noxious weeds on your property? We take a look at these questions and more on this episode of Real Ag.

Episode 2: Beef (March 31, 2016)Kansas is one of the nation's largest beef producers, and beef continues to be in high demand. Real Ag looks at the history of beef production and the nutritional benefits.

Episode 1: Entomology (January 8, 2015)There is a secret war being waged across America every day, and both our enemies and our allies are not bigger than a penny. Real Ag delves into the world of Entomology.

Episode 12: Season 4 Guide (April 9, 2015)Through this season we have talked about all the factors that affect the food hyou eat; pests, disease, weather. Today we're bringing it all together for you. Ths is the Real Ag Guide for Season 4- 2015.

Episode 2: Corn: The Engineered Crop (March 2011)Corn is one of the most adaptable crops known to man. Whether through old-fashioned selective planting or high tech engineering, each new generation of corn presents new and exciting possibilities. Real Ag looks into Corn, The Engineered Crop.

Episode 3: Water (April 2011)As kids we learn about the cycle of water, but in reality things are more complex. The source, use and disposal of water has real social, agricultural and economical implications. Real Ag explains.

Episode 6: Reliable Wheat (July 2011)Wheat plays a huge part in the American economy. But a good crop takes more than a little sunshine and rain. Real Ag looks into what makes wheat such a staple of the American Heartland as well as the obstacles farmers face each year.

Episode 7: Pork Today (August 2011)Pork is a staple of the American diet, as well as the American economy. As the industry strives to meet consumer need, government regulations and other factors, the modern picture of pork continues to change.

Episode 8: Horses for Sale (September 2011)In the old days horses were beasts of burden, transportation and farm equipment. But now the role of the horse has changed. Real Ag looks into the reasons, as well as the process for buying and selling horses.

Episode 11: The Organic Option (December 2011)As technology advances it creates more opportunities for food production, but also creates new challenges and concerns. Real Ag looks into the technologies driving agriculture right now.

Episode 12: Manure (January 2012)If you have animals, then you need to deal with their waste. But that waste can be turned into a resource. Real Ag investigates the glamorous world of manure.